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In this group, we'll discuss all things building construction. What are the lessons of recent fires? What have past fires taught us?. What are the developing trends in construction that will impact our ability to fight future fires?
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The International Code Council's Appeals Board Upholds Mandating Fire Sprinklers in New Single-Family Homes 1 Reply
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Engineered Lumber in Fire Conditions 1 Reply
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Comment by troy kerckhove on March 23, 2009 at 4:05pm - Putting a building const. class together. Looking for a picture of firefighter standing on the floor of type 4 with the wall missing. Floor sagging and rafter exposed. thanks
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